Books in order – Spotlight on Carolyn G. Hart
A Look into the Life of Carolyn G. Hart
Carolyn Gimpel Hart, an esteemed author of cozy mystery novels, is best known for her Death on Demand and Henrie O series. From an early career start in 1964 winning a writing competition targeting teenage girls to a constant evolution of her style for 15 years, Hart’s writing journey has been a magnificent one. Unfortunately, during those years, Hart faced resistance from publishers who weren’t interested in mysteries authored by women – that is until trailblazers like Marcia Muller, Sara Paretsky, and Sue Grafton paved the way. Despite this, Hart’s brilliance shone through as she earned accolades such as the Agatha Award (3x), the Anthony Award (2x), and the Macavity Award (2x) among several others.
Carolyn Hart’s Unique Writing Style
Carolyn Hart’s books stand out for her phenomenal storytelling ability and engaging narratives. Her books offer a distinct style that combines enthralling mysteries with rich character development. The transition from standalone suspense titles to her successful Death On Demand series in 1987 showcases her ability to adapt and grow as a writer.
Carolyn Hart’s Books in Order
Hart began her publishing journey in 1964 with the novel The Secret of the Cellars, which signaled a promising start.
The detailed list of Carolyn G. Hart’s
Publication Order of Death On Demand Books
| Death On Demand | (1987) |    |
| Design For Murder | (1988) | |
| Something Wicked | (1988) | |
| Honeymoon with Murder | (1988) | |
| A Little Class on Murder | (1989) | |
| Deadly Valentine | (1990) | |
| The Christie Caper | (1991) | |
| Southern Ghost | (1992) | |
| Mint Julep Murder | (1995) | |
| Yankee Doodle Dead | (1998) | |
| White Elephant Dead | (1999) | |
| Sugarplum Dead | (2000) | |
| April Fool Dead | (2001) | |
| Engaged to Die | (2003) | |
| Murder Walks the Plank | (2004) | |
| Death of the Party | (2005) | |
| Dead Days of Summer | (2006) | |
| Death Walked In | (2008) | |
| Dare to Die | (2009) | |
| Laughed ‘Til He Died | (2010) | |
| Dead by Midnight | (2011) | |
| Death Comes Silently | (2012) | |
| Dead, White, and Blue | (2013) | |
| Death at the Door | (2014) | |
| Don’t Go Home | (2015) | |
| From the Queen | (2015) | |
| Walking on My Grave | (2017) | |